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Margot Robbie has captivated viewers all over the world with her compelling screen presence, which is all about her stunning beauty and amazing acting talent. In the mysterious world of Hollywood, coincidence frequently plays a significant role in determining an actor’s career path. When the 33-year-old bravely shared her deepest feelings with the director of theBarbiemovie, her fate took a clear turn.
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Amid mixed feelings, she discovered that fate had initially considered others for the role, yet her unwavering passion for the project became a driving force.
Margot Robbie Discussed Her Casting With TheBarbieDirector
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In a world where dreams intertwine with destiny,Margot Robbie‘s Hollywood journey stands as proof of opportunity and resilience.
As she discovered that she wasn’t the director’s first choice for the covetedBarbierole, Robbie fearlessly shared her feelings, determined to avoid pressuring co-writerGreta Gerwig.
In an interview, the multi-talented actress and producer expressed her support for pairing visionary directors with big ideas.She humbly revealed that she didn’t request the lead role and would have embraced any other performer cast as Barbie.
In a candid exchange, she conveyed her openness to diverse casting choices, emphasizing her producer’s role and her commitment to the project’s success. She explained,
“I didn’t want whoever our director was going to be — Greta being the first choice, but if she had said no — I didn’t want our director to feel pressured to put me in the role.”
Further, theTerminalstar added,
“Whatever story you want to tell and whoever you want that to be, I support that. I’ve got skin in the game as a producer, I don’t have skin in the game as an actor, so be free with that choice.”
Despite her modest approach, Gerwig insisted on writing the role specifically for Robbie. This candid conversation showcases the artist’s dedication and trust in embracing opportunities that lead to greatness, a journey filled with complexity and surprises.
However, the question that emerges is, if Robbie wasn’t the director’s first choice, then who was?
Who Was The First Choice ForBarbie’sLeading Role?
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Following the revelation that Robbie wasn’t the initial choice for the iconic lead in the fantasy-comedyBarbie,the question lingers – who was the coveted first choice? In a previous interview with the media, theFocusperformer unveiled the surprising truth.
Gal Gadot, the sensational Wonder Woman actress, emerged as Gerwig’s top pick to bringBarbieto life. Robbie candidly shared how Gadot embodied the desired Barbie energy they sought for the role.
Discussing the casting process, Robbie, the movie’s lead and executive producer, disclosed her admiration for the 38-year-old genuine beauty, sincerity, and enthusiastic kindness, making her the perfect fit for the role. She said,
“Because Gal Gadot is so impossibly beautiful, but you don’t hate her for being that beautiful because she’s so genuinely sincere, and she’s so enthusiastically kind, that it’s almost dorky. It’s like right before being a dork”.
While Robbie eventually won hearts with her dedication, the fascinating revelation of Gadot being the initial choice adds an intriguing layer to the cinematic adventure.
Source:Collider
Muskan Chaudhary
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Muskan Chaudhary, Junior Content Writer at Fandom wire. Having completed her degree in Commerce, she has written over 500 articles spanning FandomWire and Animated Times in the pop culture. She is dedicated to bring the latest and informative content from the entertainment world, thus expanding her knowledge in the field. Apart from her contributions to FandamWire, she has a keen interest in video games, sketching and playing tennis.
